Definition

A type of molecule that is made by joining three smaller molecules together.

Example

The scientist studied the properties of the trimer to understand its behavior in chemical reactions.

Conversation

I was reading about how a trimer can be formed from three identical molecules.

That's interesting! I didn't know that was how they worked.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they create such complex structures with just three parts.

Science really has some cool concepts like that, doesn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trimer → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "mer" (from Greek "meros", meaning part). The word "trimer" refers to a molecule or compound that consists of three parts or units.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three and 'mer' meaning part — a trimer is something made up of three parts.

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